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This bill transfers certain duties and powers from the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department to the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Commission, a body that will now have more direct authority rather than just advising the Executive Director. The Commission will be responsible for appointing the Executive Director, determining their salary, and establishing organizational and meeting requirements, including quorum rules and adherence to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. The bill also requires Commission members to take an oath of office and outlines reimbursement for travel expenses. The Executive Director will now be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Commission, not the Governor, and the Commission will have the authority to sue and be sued, adopt an official seal, make bylaws, appoint officers and employees, and enter into contracts. This legislation aims to shift significant operational and administrative responsibilities to the Commission, with an effective date of November 1, 2026.

Labor and Employment

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1327&Session=2600